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Source: D-backs, Chavez have 1-year, $3M deal CNNSI.com NEW YORK (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Arizona Diamondbacks and infielder Eric Chavez have agreed to terms on a $3 million, one-year contract.
	Jeter says he should be ready for season opener Dec 5, 2012 CNNSI.com NEW YORK (AP) -- Derek Jeter cheerily posed with four student leaders from his Turn 2 Foundation who were wearing Yankees jerseys and elf hats and asked a question to the group of photographers snapping away.
	At Turn 2 event, Jeter addresses health, Hot Stove Dec 5, 2012 Joey Nowak, MLB.com During his Turn 2 Foundation Holiday Express event, Derek Jeter took the opportunity to address any concerns about his health during his rehabilitation this winter, and the new-look Yankees that fans should expect to see in the Bronx come spring.
	Boras: No Cano extension talks until after season Dec 5, 2012 Bryan Hoch, MLB.com Robinson Cano and the Yankees will not discuss a potential contract extension until after the 2013 season, agent Scott Boras said on Wednesday.
	Payroll-cutting Yankees face temptation Dec 5, 2012 Tracy Ringolsby, MLB.com The Yankees are used to overindulging in the finest of free-agent players, but they have paid the price for their extravagances and claim they aren't going to do it anymore.
	Red Sox meet with Hamilton, plan to keep Ellsbury Dec 5, 2012 Ian Browne, MLB.com MLB.com confirmed that general manager Ben Cherington and manager John Farrell did meet with Josh Hamilton in person at some point during the Meetings. In other news, Cherington disputed the notion that he's motivated to trade Jacoby Ellsbury.
	Wright says sticking with Mets was 'a no-brainer' Dec 5, 2012 CNNSI.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- David Wright wore a shirt with blue. His tie was bright orange.
	With Chavez Gone, Yankees Could Look at Youkilis Dec 5, 2012 Jorge Arangure Jr., nytimes.com Eric Chavez signed with Arizona and Jeff Keppinger is likely to join the White Sox, so the Yankees may consider Kevin Youkilis, Chone Figgins or Mark DeRosa as options at third base,
	Counsell: Not 'right time' to leave Milwaukee Dec 5, 2012 Adam McCalvy, MLB.com Brewers special assistant Craig Counsell cited family considerations for last week's decision to withdraw his name from consideration for the hitting coach position in Boston. The Red Sox subsequently hired Greg Colbrunn.
	Keppinger gets 3-year, $12M deal with White Sox Dec 5, 2012 CNNSI.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A person familiar with the contract tells The Associated Press that versatile infielder Jeff Keppinger has reached agreement with the Chicago White Sox on a $12 million, three-year contract.
	Yanks lose Chavez but consider Reynolds for third Dec 5, 2012 Bryan Hoch, MLB.com Finding a replacement for Alex Rodriguez at third base hasn't seemed to be the easiest assignment for general manager Brian Cashman, but the Yankees have continued to search, most recently turning their interest to free agent Mark Reynolds.
	Report: Orioles re-sign McLouth to 1-year deal Dec 5, 2012 Associated Press, ESPN.com A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that free agent outfielder Nate McLouth has rejoined the Baltimore Orioles with a one-year contract worth $2 million. Related: CNNSI.com
	Orioles, McLouth agree to one-year pact Dec 5, 2012 Brittany Ghiroli, MLB.com The Orioles have agreed to terms on a one-year deal for outfielder Nate McLouth, according to an industry source.
	Late Jays announcer Cheek wins Frick Award Dec 5, 2012 Associated Press, ESPN.com Former Toronto Blue Jays announcer Tom Cheek has won the Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting. Related: yahoo.com, MLB.com
	Late Jays broadcaster Cheek wins Frick Award Dec 5, 2012 CNNSI.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Former Toronto Blue Jays announcer Tom Cheek has won the Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in baseball broadcasting.
	Free agent Schierholtz piques Yanks' interest Dec 5, 2012 Bryan Hoch, MLB.com The Yankees have expressed interest in free-agent outfielder Nate Schierholtz, potentially as part of a platoon for a corner-outfield spot.
	Marlins trade recently-acquired Escobar to Rays Dec 5, 2012 CNNSI.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Yunel Escobar's stay with the Miami Marlins lasted all of two weeks.
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